General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out that the education concept of putting health first should be adhered to. In order to strengthen physical education and advocate a positive and healthy lifestyle, the opening ceremony of the 122nd Sports Meeting of Southwest Jiaotong University was held on April 14 at the North Campus Sports Field in Xipu. Representatives from the School of Physics participated in the opening ceremony, actively participated in various events, and ultimately achieved a series of good results, including second place in the Student Group Total Score A Group, sixth place in the Faculty Group Total Score A Group, third prize in the Tai Chi Competition, and the Sports Ethics Award. They contributed their physical strength to create a healthy and sunny campus sports culture and atmosphere.
In order to organize their participation in this sports meeting in an orderly manner, the School of Physics made careful preparations. From the selection of athletes before the competition to the organization of spectators on-site, from the intensive rehearsals to the adequate logistical support, the party and government of the School of Physics attached great importance to the preparation work for the sports meeting. They held special discussions and deployed relevant work. The athletes actively participated in the registration and training for various events to lay the foundation for achieving good results. The faculty and students of the school enthusiastically participated in the parade performance, showing the spirit of all the faculty and students of the School of Physics... It is the strong organizational planning ability and execution of the faculty and students of the School of Physics that made adequate preparations, allowing the school to shine in this sports meeting. The neat and uniform formation of the School of Physics, the outstanding performance of the athletes, and the efficient organization of the staff are the best portrayal of the spirit of “integrating knowledge with practice” of the physicists.
The sound of drums resounded on the North Campus track and the cheers of the audience were continuous. The sunshine reflected on the red and white track, and the sweat of the athletes shone brightly. The two-day competition was exciting and enthusiastic. Every athlete gave their all, surpassing themselves and each other. Every physicist showed their skills and talent. The athletes did not disappoint and won many victories. Although athlete Long Xiangji was unable to perform at his best due to an injury, he was still happy to be able to compete. "With the full support of the school, I believe that we can all achieve good results!" he said.
Outside the sports field, even if there were no events, the students of the School of Physics spontaneously went to the stands to cheer for the athletes. The cheers they wrote were inspiring: “As young people, we are confident and full of vitality. Our youthful energy is like the rising sun, and our vigorous strength is like the spreading sunshine. At this moment, the athletics field is our wonderful stage, and every cheer is our award! Success or failure, there is only one belief in our hearts: to fight!” Every competition of the athletes was not only their own battle, but also the battle of the students who cheered and prepared behind them. The will to move forward also embodies the expectations of the students who cheered and supported them.
This sports meeting was held at the transition from late spring to early summer. The exciting sports events increased the enthusiasm of the students and bloomed with youthful vitality. From the meticulous planning of the school and schools, to the orderly organization of the staff, and to the active participation of every student, it all demonstrated the spirit of unity and cooperation. They built this sports stage together. The faculty and students sweated and fought on this stage, showing the positive and enterprising spirit of Southwest Jiaotong University and the School of Physics. In the stands, the interviewed student Shen Xiaofeng did not participate in any events, but after watching the entire competition seriously, he said that the charm of sports lies in persevering and moving forward. In the future, he will also strengthen physical exercise and enhance his own physical fitness to lay a solid foundation for his future career!
This was a passionate and energetic sports meeting. The faculty and students of the School of Physics will devote more energy to their studies and work in the future. They will face every difficulty and challenge with a high-spirited attitude and write a magnificent life chapter with their indomitable will!
